Serve ball bouncing off net to the receiver's side but not in the required block

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Aditya Sawant
Aditya Sawant Asked 6 years ago

My question is while playing doubles, if, while serving, the ball hits the net and bounces on the opponent's side but in the same half as mine (from right quarter block of my side to left quarter block of the receiver's side), is it a let or does the opponent get the point?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 6 years ago

Hi Aditya,

The opponent would get the point because you haven't completed a proper serve.

I hope this clears it up for you.


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